These exercises are great for novice riders. They will work on your accuracy and help you build confidence. They start off quite easily, and you can work your way to the point where you’re comfortable completing the entire exercise.
Training the young horse Training the young horse to jump is an incredibly rewarding process, but it takes time, patience, and consistency. Young horses learn best through repetition, so it’s essential to repeat the...
Jumping exercises to build confidence Jumping exercises to build confidence are essential for both horse and rider. Showjumping is built on confidence, and having the right exercises in place helps set you up for...
Fun jumping exercises for horses We’ve all done gymnastics with our horses — they’re a fantastic way to build confidence, improve technique, and help your horse become more adjustable. But have you ever tried...
Jumping exercises for young horses are all about building confidence, rhythm, and control — both for the horse and the rider. This particular exercise is designed to help young horses and novice riders learn...
Jumping exercises for green horses and novice riders Jumping exercises for green horses are all about building rhythm, confidence, and balance — both for the horse and the rider. This exercise is a perfect...
How to teach a horse to jump If you’re wondering how to teach your horse to jump or looking for a great exercise to help build confidence in both horse and rider, this one...
My 5 top Show jumping tips for beginners Show jumping tips for beginners are something I get asked for regularly. My first tip would be to spend as much time in the saddle as...
Showjumping training exercises are always better once you have tried and tested them. When I come up with a good one I always like to share it. So this is one of those good...
Show jumping exercises for young horses are essential for the production of all young showjumpers. When producing a young horse it is important that you don’t make the exercises too advanced. However, you also...
Grid work for horses, and two related distances. Grid work for horses are something you can never really do too much of. As long as there’s an element that will improve your skills as...